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G798 GUK

1989 Norton Commander

Red Petrol 588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,293 mi
Last recorded73,293 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Norton Commander42,657 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG798 GUK
MakeNorton
ModelCommander
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine588cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 73,293 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 71,375 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 71,216 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 70,148 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 67,571 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 67,002 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 66,710 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 66,042 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 63,638 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 61,837 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 60,770 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 59,532 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 May 2013 57,294 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 57,104 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 56,011 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 54,603 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 54,536 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 53,397 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Norton Commander?

Based on 2,220 MOT tests across 318 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
547
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
318
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Horn not working 6
suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp 4
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G798 GUK is a 1989 Norton Commander in Red with a 588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Norton Commander models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 42,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Norton Commander fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G798 GUK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Norton Commander typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 37 years old, this Norton Commander is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G798 GUK registered?

G798 GUK is a 1989 Norton Commander, first registered on 1 October 1989.

Is G798 GUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G798 GUK shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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